2009 Pontiac G8 vs. 2001 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2009 Pontiac G8 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Pontiac G8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pontiac G8 (255 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac G8 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Avensis.
Because 2009 Pontiac G8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Pontiac G8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Avensis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Pontiac G8 (252 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Pontiac G8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Pontiac G8 | 2001 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
Model | G8 | Avensis |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |